Trimmer/Climber

Job Title: Trimmer/Climber

This position trims, tops, and reshapes trees to remove low-hanging, dead, and excess branches, providing clearance for utility powerlines.

TREES has developed a reputation for professionalism, quality, safety, and dependability. If this sounds like you, apply today

As a market leader in the industry, TREES, LLC is one of the largest utility vegetation management service companies in the United States.

Job Type : Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay : Competitive, Hourly

Benefits:

Benefits Available and Vary per position and location

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Trims and/or removes trees, branches, trunk sections Operate and service all required tools/equipment. Cuts and splits large debris into manageable pieces. Sprays areas with equipment to prevent further growth. Loads/unloads trucks. Feeds brush & debris into wood chipper. Repairs minor job-related-damage to lawns, fences, and walk-ways. Services gasoline, air, and hand-powered tools and other equipment. Relays hand-signals, directs traffic, drives, and operates trucks and equipment, as assigned. Keeps trucks and work area clear and orderly. Safeguards employees and public from hazards in and around work area. Cooperates with customer, police, and fire departments when blocking street or driveways. Sets up barriers, warning signs, flags, markers, etc. to protect employees and public. Trained to perform tree and bucket rescue. Assists training new employees. Assumes responsibility for the inspection and proper working conditions of tools, truck, and other work equipment. Requests repair or replacement, when necessary. Maintains good housekeeping on truck and at work locations. Performs other related work, as assigned by superiors.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be 18 years of age or older. Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time. Must be able to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material. No fear of heights. Must have good hand-to-eye coordination.

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Entry-level position, no experience required. Previous experience a plus.

Pre-Screen

Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

Driver License Preferred, but not required.

Travel Requirements:

Must have own transportation to and from the show up location.

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